Originally published on Premier Chess

“Liza Maltz, founder of In Your circle ™  (formerly  Have a Nanny, Need a Nanny,) emphasizes the importance of community when finding reliable childcare. ‘You want the mom saying, “Oh my G-d, have I got the nanny for you.” You want the person who works, but who’s also aligned with your expectations. That only comes when you tap into a community—when you ask other parents,’ Maltz explains. Her members-only site connects parents with personalized recommendations, ensuring a perfect fit for each family’s unique needs.”“Before COVID-19 I’d tell people to meet up in-person—now I recommend a video call,” Liza says. “If someone really loves their nanny or baby nurse and wants to see them go to a great family next, that mom or dad will happily meet up for a cup of coffee or jump on a quick Zoom call.” Don’t just talk on the phone, she adds—you might not be chatting with a real reference. “It could be a friend of that sitter—or the sitter! Go face to face and you  avoid that.”